Dirk Killen

Dr. Killen is an amazing professor and person, but only take his class if you are ok reading 150-200 pages per class, including history textbooks. Only take if you are very interested in the subject. Do not take if you only want the trip to Ireland since it will probably be canceled again.

4/22/2026

Dean Killen is a very good professor, though his class has A LOT of reading (so be prepared for that). He very clearly cares about his students and all the ideas that they bring to the table. I definitely feel like I've learned a ton from this class (Irish Lit)!

12/15/2025

I love Dr. Killen. He is so kind and cares so much about his students. However, he assigns a LOT of reading so be prepared to keep up with it and have things to say. He is a wonderful person, and I am grateful to have him as my advisor and teacher freshman year.

12/4/2025

This man is amazing and has guided me through so much of my time at WashU. His classes are SO MUCH reading though, but mostly because he doesn't realize how much he is assigning. You don't need to read it all. As long as you have enough of an understanding, you will be able to write essays and interact just fine.

1/9/2023

Dr. Killen is a wonderful teacher and an extremely caring man. Very passionate about Irish literature and always willing to meet outside of class. Highly recommend!

12/1/2021

Dean Killen is my advisor and my professor. He's very passionate about Ireland and its culture, and he's very helpful when it comes to providing advice as well. I really enjoy going to his class everyday!

10/28/2015